Pope approves blessings for same-sex couples that must not resemble marriage

The document marks the latest gesture of outreach from a pope who has made welcoming LGBTQ+ Catholics a hallmark of his papacy

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Impact of upcoming classification changes trickles down to all levels in North Idaho

The new 6A classification (boy, is that going to take some getting used to) in North Idaho was already going to take a bit of a hit beginning next fall, when the new classification structure for Idaho high school athletics takes place. But the decision by Post Falls to drop its boys and girls soccer programs to the new 5A level for the next two years, and how it affects the two other 6A teams in North Idaho, Coeur d’Alene and Lake City, is turning into a swift kick in the …

PREP WRESTLING: Seth's setup for Tri-State success

“Seth is always just setting something up,” Post Falls coach Pete Reardon said. “At all times. He’s got some positions that he’s comfortable with that are a little unorthodox for others, but not for him. He’s always looking for that next move, and it’s been something he’s been practicing recently. He’s not afraid to go get it.”

PREP BASKETBALL: Wheeler, Orchard help Coeur d’Alene tune up for Tark tourney with win

It was the first loss for Lake City since the consolation championship game at the 2022 state 5A tournament. The T-Wolves went 26-0 last year en route to the program’s first state title, and graduated most of those players.

Finding their way home

Dave and Denise Sayers surrender savings, retirement to open recovery homes for men

The goal is for the men to get back on their feet, live independently, be substance free and find faith in Jesus Christ

The big impact of the little things

One of my favorite sayings is "Little things mean a lot — not true. Little things mean everything."

Wildlife conservation groups sue over lack of plan for railroad to reduce grizzly deaths in Montana

BNSF Railway says that even though it doesn't have a permit, it is taking measures to prevent grizzly bear deaths

Federal Reserve on cusp of what some thought impossible: Defeating inflation without steep recession

The cost of goods — such as used cars, furniture and appliances — has fallen for six straight months.

TRI-STATE INVITATIONAL: Post Falls sits second after first day

Semifinals are scheduled for today at 11 a.m.., with championship finals at 5 p.m.

PREP BOYS BASKETBALL: Moscow tops Lakeland in OT

“He’s hit so many quality shots for us,” Lakeland coach Tony Hanna said. “Kenton played his heart out tonight. Defensively, we didn’t do a good enough job of keeping the ball in front of us and playing without fouling.”

Ernest V, Miller Jr., 83

Ernest V. Miller, Jr 05/21/1940 - 09/27/2023

PREP BASKETBALL: Sandpoint girls get away from Timberlake

Lake City girls, Clark Fork boys and girls notch league wins on Thursday.

Lance 'The Hawk' Henry Liebig, 73

Lance Henry Liebig “The Hawk”, 73, of Hayden, Idaho, passed away on August 26, 2023.

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television, radio and streaming highlights for upcoming weekend.

Legals for December, 15 2023

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Vandals made strides again this season; despite the departing players, can they keep it going?

"Proud to say I played five years of eligibility at the University of Idaho, and truly have found a second home outside of Phoenix, Ariz., where I grew up and lived my entire life," star Idaho wide receiver Hayden Hatten said. "I came in to this university with 45 kids, and there’s six of us still here that stayed all five years, my twin brother (Hogan, Idaho’s long snapper) being one of them."

PREP ROUNDUP: Lake City boys notch big win against 3A runner-up Badgers

“We knew how tough Bonners Ferry was going to be and it’s not typical, but it was a great chance to get tested to the limit,” Lake City coach James Anderson said. “Bonners played fantastic the entire night. We knew we’d get a measuring stick game for where we’re at as a team and program. It was a good game for us.”

Santa is headed to Cd'A neighborhoods next week

Coeur d’Alene firefighters will be driving Santa around Coeur d’Alene neighborhoods next week collecting food and cash donations for the food bank and spreading Christmas cheer to all.

Legals for December, 14 2023

PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL: Lake City buries Sandpoint with fast start

Senior Sophia Zufelt scored 12 points, senior Kamryn Pickford 11 and junior Sadie Zimmerman 10 for Lake City (8-1), which travels to Lakeland in an Inland Empire League game on Thursday.